East Hampton, Connecticut
Top Spots in and near East Hampton
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Middlesex County, Connecticut
Hike to Glen Falls
5.00.75 miAccessing Glen Falls may be a little tricky at first. Parking will be very minimal, you will park on Grist Mill Ln. Hop onto the road and you will see the trail map on the left side. The adventure begins when you cross the street and go through the gate with the yellow blaze symbol. Keep followin...Read more -
Colchester, Connecticut
Hike the Salmon River Trail, CT
3.57.4 mi / 770 ft gainThere are many ways to do this trail (following the blue blaze and blue/red blaze for spur to waterfall): From the Day Pond (Google Day Pond in Colchester and there will be brown signs that will direct you towards the Day Pond Parking Lot when you get close,) Do the loop, 5.4 milesOut & Back ...Read more -
Glastonbury, Connecticut
Hike the Cotton Hollow Nature Preserve
5.03 miThere are two parking locations for Cotton Hollow, the location tagged in the directions is the shortest hike to the old gun powder mill. Suggestions when it comes to exploring the preserve are to stay on the trails, know your limits, and enjoy! There are swimming holes along the river, but swim ...Read more -
Glastonbury, Connecticut
Hike to Blackledge Falls
3.81.5 miAlthough the park contains hiking trails, a pond and a streambelt, the primary draw of this parcel of land is the 25 foot waterfall. The falls flow varies depending on the volume of precipitation, from a trickle in the dry months to a three-pronged vertical drop after some consistent snow melt or...Read more -
Middletown, Connecticut
Explore Wadsworth Falls
5.00.25 miWhen it comes to exploring Wadsworth Falls its ease of access couldn't be better. As soon as you pull into the parking lot you hear the falls roaring. Take the quick walk to see the picturesque scenery.Facts about Wadsworth Falls:Height: 25ft tall and doubled in width Rock: Hampden Basalt -the ro...Read more -
East Haddam, Connecticut
Explore Chapman Falls in Devil's Hopyard SP
4.3If you map to Chapman Falls in East Haddam, CT, you will be brought to a parking lot opposite from the waterfall in Devil's Hopyard, a beautiful Connecticut state park. Once there, it's only a few minute walk down a very clear trail to the base of the 60 foot falls. There's plenty of room to set ...Read more -
Meriden, Connecticut
Higby Mountain Trail
2.11 mi / 486 ft gainThe popular route for this hike is to park your car at the base of the trail which is located right before merging onto 91-S in Middlefield, CT. The parking lot does seem to get crowded mid-day, especially if the weather is nice! The beginning of the hike is mostly flatter land and an incline w...Read more -
Meriden, Connecticut
Chauncey Peak Loop
5.02.17 mi / 358 ft gainThis loop follows the blue against the reservoir where it will break off to the left (this is a longer hike ~ 6.3 miles that'll eventually get to the peak), but if you're looking for this short hike, keep following the water side where it will meet the white trail for a short distance. Note: Som...Read more -
Manchester, Connecticut
Explore Wickham Park
5.0Wickham Park Is open the first weekend in April and closes the last weekend in October. Entrances fees are $5 Monday-Friday and $7 Saturday-Sunday. The park is known for its 250 acres of open fields, wildflowers, gardens, ponds and nature center. There is no where else can you go have a picnic w...Read more -
Berlin, Connecticut
Hike the Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve
4.55.5 mi / 560 ft gainRagged Mountain main loop is approximately 5.5 miles long, and is known for its expansive bare-rock vistas, vertical cliff faces, and scenic views overlooking cliff-side reservoirs and ponds. The trail is rated moderate, with some flat stretches among the trees, mixed with some uneven rocky foot...Read more -
Southington, Connecticut
Rock Climb Ragged Mountain
The main face of Ragged Mountain (elev. 761 feet) is home to a lot climbing in central Connecticut. It runs north-south for about 600 feet. Its max height of 100 feet. The crag is home to several rock climbing guides and schools. Routes range in difficultly from great for the beginner (5.3) to su...Read more -
Meriden, Connecticut
Hike the Metacomet, Blue, and Yellow Loop
5.04.5 mi / 976 ft gainStart from the Castle Craig road entrance. Walk until you're greeted by a beautiful reservoir. You'll notice the strange but beautiful Mine Island in the middle of all this. You'll also notice markers for White Trails and Yellow Trails. The White Trail is an easier/wider trail. The Yellow Trail C...Read more -
Southington, Connecticut
Hike the Crescent Lake & Metacomet Trail Loop
4.02.4 mi / 269 ft gainThe hike to view Crescent Lake is peaceful. You can either walk through the woods where you will be blessed with natures finest birds and wildlife or you can take the trail along the lake edge. Both are similar distances and lead to the same hill at the end! Once you get to the top take a left on...Read more -
Franklin, Connecticut
Hike Baileys Ravine at Ayer's Gap Preserve
1.6 mi / 314 ft gainIt's steep and rocky in the beginning but it levels out after a while! When standing in the parking lot, the trailhead is hidden! Look to the right. The trail ends on Ayer's Road so you have to walk back a little ways on the road.Read more -
Franklin, Connecticut
Hike the Sprague Land Preserve Loop
3 miThe Sprague Land Preserve (also known as the Mukluk Preserve) was an incredible surprise. Whether it's hiking, fishing, or horseback riding it's a beautiful spot for anyone that can get there at sunrise and out before sunset when the gates close.You can easily get there by Google Mapping the name...Read more -
Mansfield, Connecticut
Hike Nipmuck Trail
5.08.3 mi / 748 ft gainNipmuck Trail is a 8.3 mile out and back hike that takes you past wildlife located near Mansfield Center, Connecticut.Read more
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Moodus, Connecticut
Getaway Machimoodus
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East Lyme, Connecticut
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Thompson, Connecticut
West Thompson Lake Campground
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